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Pigen EXB4

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Location

Point codeEXB4
Meridian
LocationIn the lumbar region, at the lower border of the spinous process of the 1st lumbar vertebra, 3.5 cun lateral.

3D location is not available for this point.

Traditionally recorded associations

low back painabdominal massherniastomach pain

Traditional application notes

Application notes pending review.

Frequently asked

Where is it located?

3 cun below ST35, one finger-breadth lateral to the anterior tibial crest, per WHO standard.

Can I press it myself?

This site is an educational reference. Apply under a licensed practitioner; do not self-needle.

Sources & references

  1. WHO Standard Acupuncture Point Locations (2008) - who.int
  2. NCCIH - Traditional Chinese Medicine: What You Need To Know - nccih.nih.gov